The State of New York Office of the Attorney General - Department of Law requires that in order to exhibit at IFE, you must have valid a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and be registered in NY. Companies who have a valid FDD that does not include NY, must file an application for a temporary exemption. The Department of Law requires that we provide them with proof of registration for each company.

Important Deadlines

For companies currently registered in NY but requiring renewal the deadline has not yet been determined for 2026. Check back later for more information. 

For companies not currently registered in NY but planning to register the deadline has not yet been determined for 2026. Check back later for more information. 

For companies not currently registered in NY but planning to apply for the Domestic Trade Show exemption the deadline has not yet been determined for 2026. Check back later for more information. 

All applications must be filed on the Franchise Electronic Filing Depository "FRED" available by clicking here